Donald Eugene Winingar
October 13, 2024
Mr. Donald Eugene Winingar, 75, of McDavid, Florida, went to be with his Lord and Savior October 8, 2024. Born on January 4, 1949, Don lived a life marked by service, dedication, and love for his family.
A proud veteran, Don served in the U.S. Navy as a parachute rigger, where he developed a strong sense of duty and a love for his country. After his military service, he spent many years as a cross-country truck driver, experiencing the vast beauty of the nation he loved so much. In his later years, Don worked for Escambia County Roads & Bridges as a heavy equipment operator, retiring recently after a long and rewarding career.
He was passionate about antique vehicles and spent much of his time working on and admiring classic cars. He was a man who appreciated craftsmanship and the simple joys in life.
He is survived by his loving children: Carrie (Don) Fisher, Cathie (James) Hightshoe, Brian (Robin) Winingar, and Kevin (Kelly) Winingar. He was a beloved grandfather to Dusty, Cody, Ashley, Sara, Clint, Michael, Hannah, Bryson, Jameson, Aaron, Josiah, Phoebe, Gentry, Hadley, and Macy, and a proud great-grandfather to eight great-grandchildren.
Don’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him, and his legacy of hard work, love for his family, and service to his country will not be forgotten.
Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 4:30pm at Petty-Eastside Chapel in Atmore AL with Pastor Cathie Hightshoe officiating.
Visitation will be held Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 3:30PM – 4:30 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel in Atmore, AL.
Brenda Bowers Tarin
October 13, 2024
Brenda Bowers Tarin, age 72, of Cantonment, Florida passed away from cancer on October 5, 2024. She was born on July 14, 1952, in Pensacola, Florida to William Roy and Barbara Bowers.
She grew up in Pensacola but spent a lot of time in Texas. Brenda worked at several places and was always busy wherever she was working. She had a love of Mexican food and fixed her super hot sauce for friends. It made their mouths burn, but they all laughed about it and still enjoyed every bite. She also liked to look at Christmas decorations, throw surprise parties for people, and she loved dogs. One of her favorite pastimes was watching TV. Brenda also loved talking to people, going out to eat with friends, and driving to the beach. She had a generous heart and helped people in need, even when she didn’t have much. She loved her family and they will miss her greatly. Her friends and neighbors were helpful and kind. When she got sick, they brought her much comfort.
Brenda is survived by her dad, William Roy Bowers; brother, William Paul Bowers; sister-in-law, Karen; her niece, Alexia Borden (Gray); and her nephew, Ariston Bowers (Fati). She was preceded by death by her mother, Barbara Jean Bowers.
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice at Sacred Heart in Brenda’s name.
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Dr. Ted Traylor officiating.
Melody Gay Calder
October 13, 2024
Melody Gay Calder, 65 of McDavid, passed away October 7th, 2024. She was born in Panama City, Florida Bay county on September 26th, 1959 to Joseph John Calder, and Ida Mae Calder. Melody had her own cleaning business for 26 years. She was a member of The Muscogee Nation of Florida and had a passion for her work, toys and collectibles, genealogy, Native American history, reading books, sewing and cooking. But the thing she was most passionate about was her family. Melody was the hardest working, and least selfish person that you could have met. She was loved by many.
She was preceded in death by her son, Corey Calder; daughter, Courtney Calder; granddaughters, Mes’ke Calder and Ue-rak’ko Calder; grandsons, Joseph Calder and Gabriel Calder; sister, Brenda Calder; brothers, Mark Calder and Bruce Calder.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 18, 2024 at 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, Florida 32533
Linda Sue Wiggins
October 12, 2024
Mrs. Linda Sue Wiggins, age 67, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024, in Pensacola, Florida. A native of Pensacola, Florida and lifelong resident of Atmore, Alabama, and McDavid, Florida.
Mrs. Wiggins found immense joy in fishing, visiting the creek, and spending time at the beach. She cherished the art of cooking, crafting homemade candies, and baking cakes, particularly during the festive season. Planting flowers and witnessing their growth and vibrant blooms brought her great delight. Her beloved pets held a special place in her heart. Additionally, she enjoyed traveling to the mountains and enjoyed sewing while sharing precious moments with her family and friends.
Preceded in death by mother and father Pete Jarman and Mary Peacock; husband of many years Jimmy Robert Wiggins Sr.; 3 sisters, Felicia Jarman, Patricia Wiggins, and Brenda Peacock.
She is survived by her daddy Harold Peacock of Atmore, Alabama; son Jimmy Robert (Jennifer) Wiggins Jr. of McDavid, Florida; daughter Charlotte McGhee of Perdido, Alabama; 2 fur babies Hot Rod and Baby; 2 brothers, Raymond Simmons of Pensacola, Florida and Bo Simmons of Milton, Florida; 7 grandchildren, Timothy Wiggins, Jimmy Wiggins, Henry Wiggins, Gabby McGhee, Nathan Wiggins, Haley Wiggins, and Levi McGhee; 4 great-grandchildren, Aiden Wiggins, Jasper Wiggins, Silas Wiggins and Colton Wiggins. Roger Thomas significant other of McDavid Florida.
Funeral service will be held Monday, October 14, 2024 at 12:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC. with Rev. Buford Wiggins officiating.
Burial will follow at Godwin Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Monday, October 14, 2024 from 11:00 AM until service time at 12:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Henry Michael Wiggins, Stevie McGhee, Clarence Rolin, Scott Overton, and William Henry Wiggins.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Levi McGhee and Timothy Wiggins
Sharon A. Moffitt
October 12, 2024
Sharon A. Moffitt, 72, of Aledo, Illinois passed away Friday, October 11, 2024 at Genesis East Medical Center in Davenport, Iowa. Visitation will be from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, Thursday, October 17, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Aledo. The Funeral Service will be 11:00 AM, Friday, October 18, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Aledo. Burial will be in Aledo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be left to the First Baptist Church of Aledo Building Fund. Online condolences can be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com.
Sharon was born on July 12, 1952 to Arnie Oree and Ivy Mayhair Lovett in Brewton, Alabama. She graduated from Jay High School in Jay, Florida. Sharon married Ron Moffitt on September 19, 1970 in Berrydale, Florida. In addition to being a loving mother and dedicated homemaker, she was employed at the Aledo Walmart for 23 years. Sharon was a member of the First Baptist Church of Aledo where she helped run the nursery for over 30 years. She enjoyed counted cross-stitching, singing, attending the kids’ sporting events, collecting a variety of knickknacks and decorations, and travelling especially to the Upper Peninsula and Wisconsin.
Sharon is survived by her husband Ron; son Scott (Becky) Moffitt of Aledo; daughter Ronda Moffitt of Aledo; five grandkids: Mallory, Bryce, Tanner, Veronica, and Darron; a first great grandchild lovingly expected; brother Adon (Cathy) Lovett of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Jerry Lovett, sister Shirley Baker, and brother-in-law Brady Baker.
Brenda Bowers Tarin
October 9, 2024
Brenda Bowers Tarin, age 72, of Cantonment, Florida passed away from cancer on October 5, 2024. She was born on July 14, 1952, in Pensacola, Florida to William Roy and Barbara Bowers.
She grew up in Pensacola but spent a lot of time in Texas. Brenda worked at several places and was always busy wherever she was working. She had a love of Mexican food and fixed her super hot sauce for friends. It made their mouth’s burn, but they all laughed about it and still enjoyed every bite. She also liked to look at Christmas decorations, throw surprise parties for people, and she loved dogs. One of her favorite pastimes was watching TV. Brenda also loved talking to people, going out to eat with friends, and driving to the beach. She had a generous heart and helped people in need, even when she didn’t have much. She loved her family and they will miss her greatly. Her friends and neighbors were helpful and kind. When she got sick, they brought her much comfort.
Brenda is survived by her dad, William Roy Bowers; brother, William Paul Bowers; sister-in-law, Karen; her niece, Alexia Borden (Gray); and her nephew, Ariston Bowers (Fati).
She is preceded by death by her mother, Barbara Jean Bowers.
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice at Sacred Heart in Brenda’s name.
A Memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Dr. Ted Traylor officiating.
Hosea Harrison ‘Sandy’ Sanspree, Jr.
October 8, 2024
Mr. Hosea Harrison “Sandy” Sanspree, Jr, age 60, passed away, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Atmore, AL; surrounded by his family at his bedside. He was a lifelong resident of Atmore, AL.
Mr. Sanspree was a dedicated Auburn University Football enthusiast who devoted numerous hours to outdoor activities such as hunting and visiting the creek, where he savored his time indulging in watermelon. He cherished the moments shared with his loved ones and close friends, finding great joy in their company. Additionally, he enjoyed watching western films and tuning in to ME TV for entertainment.
Preceded in death by his father, Hosea Harrison Sanspree, Sr; and brother, Anthony Todd Sanspree.
He is survived by his mother, Gloria Jean Sanspree, of Atmore, AL; three sons, Brannon (Danielle) Sanspree, of Century, FL; Tyler (Kaylee) Sanspree, of Canoe, AL; Tanner Sanspree, of Bay Minette, AL; one daughter, Jessica Sanspree, of Mobile, AL; one sister, Anna Tingle, of Perdido, AL; six grandchildren, Isabella, Sophia, Caden, Kalli, Trinnity, Baxlee, wife of many years, Paula Sanspree, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be held Friday, October 11, 2024 at 12:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC. with Rev. Joe White and Bro. Michael Roley officiating.
Burial will follow at Sardis Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, October 10, 2024 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Tanner Sanspree, Wesley “Bouncer” Chunn, Isaac “Taco” Bernal, Danny Sanspree, Chris Sanspree, and Carl Ward.
Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Sanspree, Terry Harris, and Bo Bryars.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC Atmore, Alabama is in charge of all arrangements
Terry Louis Elkins
October 8, 2024
Terry Louis Elkins, age 80, from Atmore, Alabama left this world for his Heavenly home on October 6, 2024. He was a U.S Army Veteran who served during the Vietnam War and later retired from Ford Motor Company in Louisville, KY. He was born in Bedford, Indiana to Thelma Rose and Wayne Edgar Elkins on March 10, 1944.
He married Sylvia Diane Barlow on November 13, 1964 and fathered two children: Erica (Donald) Little of Atmore, Alabama, and Kimberly (Rodney) Johnson of Perdido, Alabama. Five grandchildren: Joshua Husband of Atmore, AL, Meredith (Mark) Morrow of Perdido, AL, Joseph (Whitney) Husband of Atmore, AL, Paul Lawson Jr of Atmore, AL, and Matthew Lawson of LaGrange, KY. With the second marriage of Erica, he gained another grandchild, Kerven (Casey) Little of Pensacola, FL. Great grandchildren in birth order include Keegan Little of Pensacola, FL, Naomie Lawson of McDavid, FL, Mark Jr, Mia, and Marie Morrow of Perdido, AL, Zayne Lawson of Atmore, AL, Rowan and Grayson Husband of Atmore, AL, and Miranda Morrow of Perdido, AL.
He is preceded in death by his parents and three siblings (Joan Hutchins, Larry Elkins, and Jerry Elkins).
He is survived by his two daughters; two sisters (Lorretta Brock of Jeffersonville, IN and Wanda (J.C.) Wright of Seymour, IN), one brother, Garry (Lisa) Elkins of Medora, IN; six grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Gene King and Pastor Glenn Weber officiating.
Interment was in Serenity Gardens in Atmore, AL with military honors.
Clara Eloise Copeland
October 8, 2024
Clara Eloise Copeland, or Ms. Eloise as her students called her on her bus routes, was a lifetime resident of Atmore. She was born in Booneville Alabama of humble beginnings with a heart of gold. She knew the value of hard work from picking cotton to working at the potato shed for the Frisco railroad. She later followed in her father’s footsteps and drove a school bus for over 40 years.
She loved dancing, being outdoors, whether it was working in her yard planting a multitude of things or floating on the river fishing from a canoe or the bank of any stream, lake or river, or just lounging enjoying the hot Alabama sun. She started going to yard sales when we were very young and enjoyed the idea of having the biggest yard sale of her own. She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her passion for helping others, being a role model for her kids on the bus and her own children and grandchildren is why she was loved by many and will be deeply missed by all.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Herbert (Carrie Boone) Caraway, husbands, Lloyd Gary Copeland, Steven Sinclair, James Edward Brown, one son, Mark Anthony Brown, one grandson, Cody Brown, and son-in law, David Dees.
She is survived by her three sons, Blane Charles (Pamela) Brown, of Foley, AL; Bobby Edward (Wanda) Brown, of Costa Rica; Lloyd Wayne (Brandy) Copeland, of Atmore, AL; one daughter, Marilyn Dees, of Salem, UT; one brother, James Caraway, of Atmore, AL; two sisters, Louise Caraway, of Atmore, AL; Mary Hamby, of Ovett, MS; five grandchildren, Blane Nicole Weaver, Shania Brown, Josh Brown, Robbie Brown, Donnie Brown, fourteen great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild on the way, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be held Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC. with Pastor James Henry officiating.
Burial will follow at Little River Baptist Cemetery 1823 AL-59 in Uriah, AL.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, October 9, 2024 from 12 p.m. until service time at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Ben Brown, Terry Caraway, Josh Brown, Steve Caraway, Wayne Moseley, and Donnie Brown.
Frankie Redmon Walden
October 7, 2024
Frankie Redmon Walden was born on March 2, 1942, in Florala, Alabama, to Jack Redmon and Addie Leonard Cassidy. She graduated from Covington County High School in 1960.
Frankie worked at various jobs throughout her life. During high school, she worked at the West Five & Dime Store. After high school, she worked for the Southern Bell Phone Company in Miami and Pensacola. Later, she worked at Bill’s Dollar Store after moving back to Florala. In 1972, she returned to Pensacola, where she opened Walden’s Day Care, which she operated until her retirement in June 2018. Frankie spent 46 years caring for children, building close relationships, with many becoming like family.
Frankie was preceded in death by her husband, William Ernest Walden Sr., after 24 years of marriage; grandparents, Mose and Mellie Leonard; stepfather, Claude Lee Cassidy; brothers and sisters-in-law, Battle and Lavada Redmon, Ed and Colleen Redmon, Joe Redmon; sisters and brothers-in-law, Carl and Vera Fritchey, Albert and Jessie Cox; Dudley Maddox; granddaughter, Addisyn Marie Hunter; as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, William and Kim Walden, Jeremy and Jara Walden; her daughter and son-in-law, Misty and Jeff Hunter; her grandchildren, Christina Walden, Cory and Kirstyn Walden, Micah Walden, Gabby Walden, Julianna Walden, Isaiah Walden, Rayven Walden, Izzy Walden, David Walden, Jeffrey Lynn Hunter III (Trey), and John Hunter. She is also survived by her sisters, Quennie Maddox and Linda Whitaker; her special niece, Jennifer Davidson, and her husband Caleb Davidson, along with their sons, Mitchell and Maddox Davidson; and several other nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins.
Frankie will be remembered for her dedication, her loving spirit, and the countless lives she touched through her years of caring for children.
Frankie was a faithful member of Leonard Street Church of Christ for over 50 years.
At the request of Miss Frankie, there will be no flowers or plants, instead donations in her memory may be made to Cancer Freeze at P.O. Box 92, Florala, Alabama 36442 or cancerfreeze.org.